The power of the sacraments revealed

Do you ever feel the Sacraments aren’t working? Do you wonder if they’re actually imparting the graces you need to grow spiritually? Have they become little more than routine rituals? The saints teach us that the graces imparted through the Sacraments can never be taken away. That’s why we published Spirit and Life . . . To help you rediscover the profound beauty of the seven Sacraments. LOOK INSIDE NOW Passages from Scripture, from the Catechism, and from the Fathers and Doctors of the Church are coupled here with beautiful, full-color images and moving reflections . . . . . . from Catholics of different voices and ages — bishops, priests, deacons, and laypeople — all sharing their love for the Sacraments and their healing experiences with them. Open these pages to encounter the truth and splendor of Christ’s abundant graces poured out to us through the seven Sacraments, His indelible, life-giving gift to each of us. Watch the 60 second trailer: WATCH NOW Contributors Include: Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila Lila Rose Bobby Angel  Sam Guzman Kendra Tierney Dr. Andrew Swafford Jason Craig Spirit and Life: The Holy Sacraments of the Catholic Church by Rose Rea 240 pages — Hardback List price: $29.95   Today's Sale price: $24.99 ORDER NOW Praise for Spirit and Life: "Elegantly produced and marvelously illustrated!" Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M.  Archbishop of Philadelphia "Spirit and Life is not only beautiful in its content but also in its presentation. These authors give fresh perspectives through their testimonies and love of the Church's Sacraments." Jackie Francois Angel Christian Singer & Speaker "I thoroughly enjoyed Spirit and Life. I found it insightful with fresh and substantial reflections on the Holy Sacraments." Fr. Mark Mary, MFVA Host of Life on the Rock While the effects of the Sacraments do not depend on how you feel when receiving them, your spiritual life can begin to soar when you truly embrace what they’re about: A direct encounter with Our Lord. This next book shows you how to raise your spiritual life to the next level. In chapters written for souls hungry to improve their spiritual lives, Fr. Maturin shows you how to move beyond the conquest of particular vices and develop true friendship with Christ. You'll learn not merely how to pray, but also how to combine prayer with the spiritual virtues that are essential to sure progress in the spiritual life. With Fr. Maturin's help, you'll soon develop a strong and vigorous character that shines with bright virtues and leads you to an encounter — face-to-face — with Christ Himself. Fr. Maturin you'll learn . . . The one virtue that breaks open the soul to admit God's abundant grace   The two things you must do to discern God's will for you   Why fervor is no measure of devotion   How to train your mind and improve your prayers   Distractions: how to deal with them efficiently . . . and charitably   The sense of God's presence: how to make it your armor against both crippling introspection, heedless self-abandonment, and even ordinary distractions   Why your general intention to improve is not sufficient   And much more to form your soul and bring you closer to Christ Read this book, and you will soon be drawn closer to Christ as you abide in His presence today, tomorrow, and ever after. Get two books for only $29.99! ORDER NOW Order online above, or call 1-800-888-9344 www.SophiaInstitute.com Invite friends to receive our newsletters and get these books for FREE! LEARN MORE Save up to 40% when you join